NHTSA owner reports · September 18, 2026 snapshot.
What owners actually said
2,051 reports176,000 miles · Jun 18, 2020
Exterior Lighting
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE REAR BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE LIGHT BULBS, FUSES AND BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH WERE REPLACED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE…
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE REAR BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE LIGHT BULBS, FUSES AND BRAKE PEDAL SWITCH WERE REPLACED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 176,000.
NHTSA ODI #11329586
Mileage unknown · Jun 17, 2020
Electrical SystemElectronic Stability Control (esc)Power Train
WHEN DESCRIBING WHAT HAPPENED WITH YOUR VEHICLE, TELL US SPECIFICALLY IF THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, IN MOTION, ON A CITY STREET OR A HIGHWAY, TURNING, BRAKING, ETC. DESCRIBE THE FAULT OR PROBLEM THAT CREATED THE UNSAFE CONDITION. IF YOU KNOW, STATE THE COMPONENT PART OR SYSTEM THAT YOU BELIEVE MAY BE THE CAUSE OF THE SAFETY RIS…
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WHEN DESCRIBING WHAT HAPPENED WITH YOUR VEHICLE, TELL US SPECIFICALLY IF THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, IN MOTION, ON A CITY STREET OR A HIGHWAY, TURNING, BRAKING, ETC. DESCRIBE THE FAULT OR PROBLEM THAT CREATED THE UNSAFE CONDITION. IF YOU KNOW, STATE THE COMPONENT PART OR SYSTEM THAT YOU BELIEVE MAY BE THE CAUSE OF THE SAFETY RISK. IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN, SIMPLY STATE UNKNOWN AND PROVIDE YOUR BEST ASSESSMENT OF THE INCIDENT AND CAUSE IN YOUR DESCRIPTION. IF YOU HAVE OTHER INFORMATION - REPAIR INVOICES, POLICE ACCIDENT REPORTS, INSURANCE CLAIM FORMS, ETC. - SCAN THEM ELECTRONICALLY AND UPLOAD THEM ALONG WITH YOUR COMPLAINT. IF YOUR COMPLAINT IS ABOUT A RECALL AND YOU HAVE THE RECALL NUMBER AVAILABLE, PLEASE PROVIDE IT. ADDITIONALLY, IF YOU LATER OBTAIN INFORMATION AND EVIDENCE RELATED TO YOUR COMPLAINT, PLEASE RETAIN IT FOR AT LEAST FIVE YEARS, IN THE EVENT THAT WE CONTACT YOU FOR FURTHER INFORMATION. LESS *TR
NHTSA ODI #11329366
159,553 miles · Jun 6, 2020
EngineSteeringSuspension
EVERY DAY I CRANK UP MY JEEP I GIVE IT 5-10 MINS BEFORE I MOVE IT BECAUSE IT HAS THIS SHAKE OR VIBRATION TO IT REALLY BAD IT STOPS AND THEN ONCE I HAVE EXCEEDED 45-55 MPH AND START TO COME TO A STOP IT SHAKES THE ENTIRE FRONT END. NOW IF I'M BELOW 45 IT DON'T REALLY DO IT AS OFTEN! WHEN I TURN OR HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD THE FRONT…
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EVERY DAY I CRANK UP MY JEEP I GIVE IT 5-10 MINS BEFORE I MOVE IT BECAUSE IT HAS THIS SHAKE OR VIBRATION TO IT REALLY BAD IT STOPS AND THEN ONCE I HAVE EXCEEDED 45-55 MPH AND START TO COME TO A STOP IT SHAKES THE ENTIRE FRONT END. NOW IF I'M BELOW 45 IT DON'T REALLY DO IT AS OFTEN! WHEN I TURN OR HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD THE FRONT END RATTLED OR VIBRATING FROM IT! SOME DAYS WHEN I'M TRYING TO MAKE A U TURN IT SEEMS AS IF IT'S HAVING A HARD TIME TURNING! CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CONSTANTLY ON AND OFF! HAD IT CHECKED NOTHING IS COMING UP INDICATING A MISFIRE OR ANYTHING! THE GAS MILEAGE SUCKS! GET A FULL TUNE UP AND IT WILL RUN BETTER SPENDING ALL MY MONEY AND IT'S STILL A PIECE OF CRAP! *TR
NHTSA ODI #11327528
140,000 miles · Jun 5, 2020
Structure
STRESS CRACKS AND FULL CRACKS AND BROKEN INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES. MAJOR SAFETY CONCERNS IF CAN'T OPEN DOOR IN AN EMERGENCY. 3 OF THE 4 HANDLES HAVE MAJOR CRACK AND ONE IS FULLY BROKEN. *TR
NHTSA ODI #11327486
199,800 miles · May 28, 2020
StructureUnknown Or Other
THE UNDERCARRIAGE HAS PRACTICALLY DISSOLVED. THE METAL IS TOO THIN OR IT SHOULD OF HAD A PROTECTIVE COATING. PERHAPS BOTH.*DT *TR *TR
NHTSA ODI #11326348
Mileage unknown · May 24, 2020
Power Train
I TOOK JEEP IN FOR RECALL N23 AND THEY FLASHED IT. AFTER I PICKED IT UP THE SERVICE 4WD DRIVE CODE KEEPS POPPING UP. 4X4 DOES NOT KICK IN. UNLESS I REMOVE THE FED MYSELF FUSE AND PUT BACK IN THEN IT WILL WORK. BUT AFTER A WHILE 4WD SERVICE TURNS ON AGAIN. *TR
NHTSA ODI #11325716
Mileage unknown · May 19, 2020
Electrical SystemExterior LightingUnknown Or Other
ALL OF THE DASH LIGHTS UP, FLASHES/FLUTTER/FLICKERS, RADIO SHUTS OFF, HVAC SYSTEM SHUTS OFF, BUT ENGINE STILL RUNS. THIS ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS ON, HOWEVER IT CAN HAPPEN WHILE IN MOTION OR IN PARK.. BUT I DO NOT SEE A PATTERN BEYOND THAT (LIKE WHEN IT RAINS OR IS HUMID). I HAVE TRIED TO MAKE IT HAPPEN BY JUGGLING MY IG…
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ALL OF THE DASH LIGHTS UP, FLASHES/FLUTTER/FLICKERS, RADIO SHUTS OFF, HVAC SYSTEM SHUTS OFF, BUT ENGINE STILL RUNS. THIS ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS ON, HOWEVER IT CAN HAPPEN WHILE IN MOTION OR IN PARK.. BUT I DO NOT SEE A PATTERN BEYOND THAT (LIKE WHEN IT RAINS OR IS HUMID). I HAVE TRIED TO MAKE IT HAPPEN BY JUGGLING MY IGNITION BECAUSE I KNOW THAT IS A THING, BUT THAT NEVER INITIATES THE PROBLEM. *TR
NHTSA ODI #11325122
180,000 miles · Apr 20, 2020
Unknown Or Other
THE DOOR HANDLES ON THE INTERIOR OF MY JEEP ARE VERY BRITTLE. 2 OUT OF 4 HANDLES ARE CURRENTLY BROKEN AS THEY ARE MADE ONLY OF PLASTIC. THIS IS A MAJOR ISSUE WITH MY VEHICLE AS IT POSES A SAFETY RISK. MANY PEOPLE ONLINE HAVE THIS SAME ISSUE, THIS NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO, I AM FEARFUL FOR MYSELF AND MY FAMILIES SAFETY IN THIS …
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THE DOOR HANDLES ON THE INTERIOR OF MY JEEP ARE VERY BRITTLE. 2 OUT OF 4 HANDLES ARE CURRENTLY BROKEN AS THEY ARE MADE ONLY OF PLASTIC. THIS IS A MAJOR ISSUE WITH MY VEHICLE AS IT POSES A SAFETY RISK. MANY PEOPLE ONLINE HAVE THIS SAME ISSUE, THIS NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO, I AM FEARFUL FOR MYSELF AND MY FAMILIES SAFETY IN THIS CAR.
NHTSA ODI #11321640
Mileage unknown · Apr 11, 2020
Electrical SystemFuel/propulsion System
THE JEEP HAS STARTING PROMBLES IT WILL RUN AND START FINE THEN THE NEXT IT DOSE NOT WANT TO START. SO I COULD JUST RUN IN THE STORE AND COME OUT AND IT WON'T START AND I HAVE TO SIT A HOUR OR TWO AND THEN IT STARTS AGINE. IT DOSE THIS AFTER RUNNING TO THREE PLACES IT WILL STALL AGINE ON ME AND WON'T START. I HAVE BRAND NEW START…
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THE JEEP HAS STARTING PROMBLES IT WILL RUN AND START FINE THEN THE NEXT IT DOSE NOT WANT TO START. SO I COULD JUST RUN IN THE STORE AND COME OUT AND IT WON'T START AND I HAVE TO SIT A HOUR OR TWO AND THEN IT STARTS AGINE. IT DOSE THIS AFTER RUNNING TO THREE PLACES IT WILL STALL AGINE ON ME AND WON'T START. I HAVE BRAND NEW STARTER IN IT AND BATTERY. HAD THE ALTERNATOR CHECKED AND ITS FINE AND ALSO THERE WAS RECALL ON INGINTION SWITCH AND THAT GOT REPLACED BUT STILL HAVING PROMBLES WITH IT STARTING.
NHTSA ODI #11320848
178,000 miles · Mar 8, 2020
Unknown Or Other
DRIVER'S SIDE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE IS BROKEN AND DOES NOT WORK.
NHTSA ODI #11316905
Official recalls
3Jul 21, 2014
This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, drivers should adjust their seat to allow clearance between the driver's knee and the ignition key, and remove all items from their key ring, leaving only the vehicle key. Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, to July 5, 2007, and 2006-2007 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, to July 5, 2007. In the affected vehicles, the driver may accidentally hit the ignition key with their knee, unintentionally knocking the key out of the run position, turning off the engine.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the ignition key inadvertently moves into the OFF or ACCESSORY position, the engine will turn off, which will then depower various key safety systems including but not limited to air bags, power steering, and power braking. Loss of functionality of these systems may increase the risk of crash and/or increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ignition switch, free of charge. Chrysler sent interim notifications to owners in September 2014. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is P41.
May 7, 2013
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
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Electrical System
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Consequence: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
Power Train:transfer Case (4-WHEEL Drive)
Chrysler Group LLC (Chrysler) is recalling certain model year 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee vehicles manufactured February 11, 2004, through March 9, 2010; and 2006-2010 Jeep Commander vehicles manufactured January 31, 2005, through March 10, 2010. A transfer case electrical failure may result in an unintentional shifting of the transfer case into the neutral position.
Consequence: If the vehicle shifts into neutral, it may roll away increasing the risk of a crash or personal injury.
Remedy: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will reflash the final drive controller which governs the transfer case, with new software, free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N23.
Sep 14, 2005
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 3.7L ENGINES AND NAG1 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS, THE AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR CONDENSATE WATER MAY ENTER THE TRANSMISSION AT THE FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL. THIS CAN RESULT IN SHUDDER DURING TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: IT CAN LEAD TO INCREASED TRANSMISSION OPERATING TEMPERATURES, BOILING OF THE WATER, AND A SUBSEQUENT PURGING OF TRANSMISSION FLUID INTO THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN AN UNDERHOOD FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION FOR LEAKAGE AT THE FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL. IF NO LEAK IS DETECTED, A NEW FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL AND WATER DEFLECTOR SHIELD WILL BE INSTALLED, AND PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE FILL TUBE VERIFIED. IF THE PRESENCE OF A LEAK IS DETECTED, THE VEHICLE WILL BE EVALUATED FOR SHUDDER DURING TORQUE CONVERTER ENGAGEMENT. IF NO SHUDDER IS DETECTED, THE TRANSMISSION WILL BE TRIPLE FLUSHED, AND NEW FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL AND WATER DEFLECTOR WILL BE INSTALLED AND PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE FILL TUBE VERIFIED. IF SHUDDER IS DETECTED, THE TORQUE CONVERTER WILL BE REPLACED, A NEW FILL TUBE GROMMET SEAL AND WATER DEFLECTOR WILL BE INSTALLED, AND PROPER ALIGNMENT OF THE FILL TUBE VERIFIED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 31, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DAIMLERCHRYSLER AT 1-800-853-1403.
Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗
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